![[COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+ [COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720312434_KeirStarmer.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick" only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+
Let these British educated leaders grow Malaysia and the member states of the Commonwealth.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![Climate court cases that could set new precedents around the world Climate court cases that could set new precedents around the world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715923183_TBICJjpg.jpg)
Climate court cases that could set new precedents around the world
ICJ is expected to issue a decision next year that will lay out UN member states' obligations in addressing climate change.
Sun May 26 2024
![Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716372520_JonasGahrStore.jpg)
Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state
Before the announcement, some 143 out of 193 member-states of the United Nations recognised a Palestinian state.
Wed May 22 2024
![UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715358072_UnitedNationsGener.jpg)
UN General Assembly adopts resolution to reconsider Palestine's membership bid
The resolution was adopted by overwhelming consensus with 143 member states voting in favor, 9 against and 25 abstentions.
Sat May 11 2024
![ASEAN-GCC should find mechanisms to advance trade, investment - PM ASEAN-GCC should find mechanisms to advance trade, investment - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81714357157_PMjpg.jpg)
ASEAN-GCC should find mechanisms to advance trade, investment - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said ASEAN member states have taken a pragmatic approach to discussing both bilateral and multilateral relations.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61675248412_WismaPutra.jpg)
Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra
Malaysia looks forward to working closely together and strengthening cooperation with other Commonwealth Member States in priority areas.
Mon Mar 11 2024
![[Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are [Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/71595251826_southchinasea.jpg)
[Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are
Malaysia should take the lead in expressing condemnation and rallying other member states to safeguard their territorial integrity.
Sun Oct 29 2023
![European Commission to exclude Huawei, ZTE from 5G networks European Commission to exclude Huawei, ZTE from 5G networks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/61671523696_European.jpg)
European Commission to exclude Huawei, ZTE from 5G networks
The EU executive body urges member states to speed up decisions "to replace high-risk suppliers from their 5G networks.
Fri Jun 16 2023
![Malaysia to meet EU leaders on EUDR implementation - Fadillah Malaysia to meet EU leaders on EUDR implementation - Fadillah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71683803441_TBFADILLAHKL.jpg)
Malaysia to meet EU leaders on EUDR implementation - Fadillah
Malaysia will meet leaders of the European Union (EU) member states in Brussels, Belgium at the end of this month to ensure that palm oil products exported to the EU are not banned
Thu May 11 2023
![Austria to join countries banning TikTok from government phones Austria to join countries banning TikTok from government phones](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51671501789_TikTok.jpg)
Austria to join countries banning TikTok from government phones
Various Western countries including Britain, the United States and several other European Union member states have already barred TikTok over security concerns.
Wed May 10 2023
![EU hopes Malaysia comes on board ASEAN-EU Air Traffic Agreement EU hopes Malaysia comes on board ASEAN-EU Air Traffic Agreement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/61671523696_European.jpg)
EU hopes Malaysia comes on board ASEAN-EU Air Traffic Agreement
AE CATA aims to bolster connectivity and economic development among member states of the two regional blocs.
Tue Feb 07 2023
![ASEAN needs to come back stronger together to achieve quality, sustainable tourism - Sandiaga Uno ASEAN needs to come back stronger together to achieve quality, sustainable tourism - Sandiaga Uno](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71675508923_TBSANDIAGAUNO.jpg)
ASEAN needs to come back stronger together to achieve quality, sustainable tourism - Sandiaga Uno
Member states of ASEAN need to come back stronger together in the recovery phase of the COVID-19 pandemic to achieve quality and sustainable tourism.
Sun Feb 05 2023
![Malaysia reiterates call for a clear end game in Myanmar during special meeting of ASEAN FM Malaysia reiterates call for a clear end game in Myanmar during special meeting of ASEAN FM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/71661345532_Saifuddin.jpg)
Malaysia reiterates call for a clear end game in Myanmar during special meeting of ASEAN FM
Malaysia reiterated its call for ASEAN member states to work on a framework that has a clear endgame to facilitate the implementation of the 5PC to bring back democracy and peace in Myanmar.
Sat Oct 29 2022
![ASEAN should rethink its approach to Myanmar crisis, UN expert says ASEAN should rethink its approach to Myanmar crisis, UN expert says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/41645255384_ASEAN.jpg)
ASEAN should rethink its approach to Myanmar crisis, UN expert says
Andrews calls on UN member states to engage formally or informally with Myanmar's National Unity Govt to help the humanitarian situation.
Thu Jun 23 2022
![DSA: Collective efforts needed to tackle cyberterrorism - S'pore Defence Minister DSA: Collective efforts needed to tackle cyberterrorism - S'pore Defence Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/51648551927_DrNgEngHen.jpg)
DSA: Collective efforts needed to tackle cyberterrorism - S'pore Defence Minister
Ng calls upon ASEAN member states to strengthen cooperation to combat cyberterrorism in the region.
Tue Mar 29 2022